USA vs. Sweden live score, updates, highlights from 4 Nations Face-Off game

By | February 17, 2025
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The round robin portion of the 4 Nations Face-Off wraps up action on Monday — but the USA already knows it has a spot in the championship. 

After the Americans started off the tournament with a 6-1 win over Finland, the USA beat Canada 3-1 on Saturday night in one of the most anticipated hockey games in a decade. Jake Guentzel scored twice, Dylan Larkin tallied the game-winning goal, and Connor Hellebuyck made 24 saves to secure three points in the standings. 

With the win, it guarantees the Americans a top-two placement in the standings and a spot in the championship, regardless of the result tonight against Sweden. However, who the USA will play has still yet to be determined. 

Sweden has yet to win a game at the 4 Nations Face-Off. The Swedes lost the opener to Canada on Wednesday, and they followed that up by losing to rival Finland on Saturday.

This game ultimately does not hold any meaning in the championship picture due to the result of the previous matchup on Saturday. With Canada defeating Finland in regulation, the nation punched its ticket to the championship, setting up a highly anticipated rematch against the Americans. 

The tournament has shifted from Montreal to Boston, where the final three games of the 4 Nations Face-Off will take place. TD Garden, home of the Bruins, brings the last two round-robin games, followed by the championship on Thursday.  

The Sporting News is providing updates and highlights from the USA vs. Sweden round-robin game at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

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USA vs. Sweden live score

  1 2 3 OT F
Sweden 2 0 – – –
USA 1 0 – – –

USA vs. Sweden updates, highlights from 4 Nations Face-Off

(All times Eastern)

Third period

10:15 p.m.: Jack Eichel lands a heavy hit on Leo Carlsson that pops the bucket off the young Swedish forward, and TD Garden loves it. The USA hasn’t given the crowd much to cheer about since the Chris Kreider goal in the opening minute. 

10:12 p.m.: Viktor Arvidsson nearly slams home as rebound from a Rasmus Andersson shot, but his attempt hits the side of the net. This has been far from the start the USA wanted through the first five minutes of the third. 

10:11 p.m.: A shot by Jaccob Slavin clangs off the iron. The USA have been the victims of a number of shots off the posts in this game. 

10:11 p.m.: The USA successfully kill off the Adam Fox penalty. 

10:07 p.m.: Adam Fox cross-checks Lucas Raymond into the boards and he’ll sit for two minutes. That was far from a smart play by the USA defenseman. Sweden to its third power play just 1:11 into the third period.

10:06 p.m.: Jack Eichel nearly ties the game 30 seconds into the period, rushing to the net with the puck, but he can’t tuck it around the outstretched Samuel Ersson. 

10:06 p.m.: The third period is underway in Boston. Sweden holds a one-goal lead over the USA. 

End of the second period: Sweden 2, USA 1

9:47 p.m.: A fairly uneventful period keeps it a 2-1 game heading into the third. Sweden certainly had the better chances in the period, pressuring Jake Oettinger on multiple occasions, but the team could not extend its lead. The Americans were particularly bad with the passing and turnovers, resulting in multiple shifts hemmed into their own zone. Shots on goal are 21-17 in favor of the USA entering the third. 

9:44 p.m.: Jack Eichel has had a rough game on the USA side. The American center has turned the puck over multiple times, with a few lazy backhand passes to no one. His latest in the neutral zone resulted in a lengthy shift for Sweden in the offensive zone that ultimately didn’t hurt the USA, but it’s been an issue all night. 

9:37 p.m.: After the USA power play ends, Sweden gets extended time in the offensive zone. Rasmus Dahlin had a couple good shots on Jake Oettinger, but the USA goaltender answered the call each time. Turnovers have been a real issue for the United States in the second, and were a main reason for Sweden’s sustained pressure during the latest sequence. 

9:36 p.m.: Filip Forsberg is out of the box and it’s back to even strength. 

9:31 p.m.: Filip Forsberg slashes Kyle Connor after taking exception to a hit, and he’ll sit for two minutes. The USA goes to its second power play of the night with 9:18 to go in the second. 

9:29 p.m.: Matt Boldy knocks a bouncing puck to a wide open Brock Nelson at the side of the net, but his attempt wouldn’t go. Nelson crashed into Samuel Ersson, pushing the Sweden goalie into the crease on the play as well. Not sure how that wasn’t called, or how Sweden didn’t go after Nelson, but regardless, it’s still 2-1 Sweden as the halfway point of the period approaches. 

9:23 p.m.: Noah Hanifin exits the box and it’s back to even strength. That was an ugly power play by Sweden, with no quality chances generated. 

9:20 p.m.: A long stretch pass along the lines sends Viktor Arvidsson in behind the USA defense, and Noah Hanifin is called for hooking as he tries to disrupt Lucas Raymond, who was crashing the net. Sweden heads to its second power play four minutes into the second. 

9:19 p.m.: Dylan Larkin takes exception to a hit from Ramsus Dahlin and gives him a few shoves after the whistle. For a game with no meaning, there have been a handful of scrums after the play has been blown dead. 

9:14 p.m.: Second period is a go from Boston. Vincent Trocheck is on the USA bench, but Brady Tkachuk is not. 

End of the first period: Sweden 2, USA 1

8:58 p.m.: It’s a one-goal lead for Sweden after 20 minutes of play. Chris Kreider opened the scoring just 35 seconds into the game for the USA, but Sweden settled down after, getting goals from Gustav Nyquist and Jesper Bratt to jump in front. The biggest concern for the USA is staying healthy, as both Brady Tkachuk and Vincent Trocheck were injured during the frame, with the latter seemingly hurting his hand in the final minute. Shots on goal favor the Americans, 11-8.  

Sweden 2, USA 1 

8:56 p.m.: GOAL! Sweden takes its first lead of the game with under a minute left in the first period as Jesper Bratt snipes a shot over the glove of Jake Oettinger. William Nylander hit Bratt in the slot off the rush, and the Swedish winger turned and fired a shot that found the back of the net. It’s 2-1 Sweden with 56 seconds left in the opening frame. 

8:49 p.m.: Good news for the USA — Brady Tkachuk is back on the bench. 

USA 1, Sweden 1

8:45 p.m.: GOAL! Sweden ties the game up thanks to a deflection from Gustav Nyquist. The Swedish winger got his stick on a shot from the wall by Erik Karlsson, and it found its way under the arm of Jake Oettinger and just barely across the goal line. It’s 1-1 with 6:21 left in the first. 

8:42 p.m.: USA kills off the Matt Boldy penalty and it’s back to even strength. 

8:38 p.m.: Brady Tkachuk is now heading to the locker room after crashing into the post a few minutes ago. The USA could be without both of the Tkachuks tonight if he doesn’t come back. 

8:37 p.m.: The USA gets a couple pucks around the crease, but can’t capitalize on the power play. As Elias Lindholm exits the box, Matt Boldy is called for interference after knocking Mattias Ekholm down to the ice, and now Sweden’s power play goes to work. 

8:34 p.m.: Elias Lindholm sails the puck over the glass in the neutral zone, and he’ll sit for delay of game. USA to its first power play 7:57 into the contest. 

8:28 p.m.: Brock Nelson almost doubles the lead by slapping at a rebound off a Zach Werenski point shot, but Samuel Ersson slides his pad over for the save. 

8:26 p.m.: Brady Tkachuk looks like he’s shaken up a bit after driving the net and falling into the post. 

8:24 p.m.: Welcome to the 4 Nations Face-Off, Leo Carlsson. On his first shift of the tournament, the Swedish youngster is pummeled by none other than Brady Tkachuk, who then knocks Mattias Ekholm down seconds later. Don’t tell the USA winger this is a meaningless game. 

8:22 p.m.: Dylan Larkin nearly doubles the lead a minute after the Chris Kreider goal, but his shot from close range hits the posts and stays out. 

USA 1, Sweden 0

8:20 p.m.: GOAL! Just 35 seconds into the game and Chris Kreider, in his first 4 Nations Face-Off game, opens the scoring. Zach Werenski drives the net and fires a shot off the pad of Samuel Erosson, and the rebound goes right to the driving Kreider. “Free Bird” blares from TD Garden, and the Boston crowd is buzzing early. 1-0 USA. 

8:20 p.m.: The puck is down for USA-Sweden as chants of “USA! USA! USA!” rain down from the crowd at TD Garden. 

Pregame

8:10 p.m.: Here’s how the lines shake out for both sides. Sullivan putting the lines in a blender with Auston Matthews and Matthew Tkachuk out at forward. 

7:48 p.m.: Changes to the Sweden lineup as well — Mika Zibanejad and Rickard Rakell are dealing with the flu, so Rasmus Andersson and Leo Carlsson are drawing into the lineup. 

7:45 p.m.: A late change to the USA lineup — Auston Matthews won’t play tonight due to upper-body soreness. The Americans will play a man short, going with 11 forwards and six defensemen, as Matthews, McAvoy and Tkachuk rest up for the championship. 

7:15 p.m.: Two other changes to the USA lineup — Matthew Tkachuk will sit tonight after he was banged up at the end of the Canada game. He said there was “no concern” after the game, but with the USA already locked into the final, the USA will keep him out. In addition Charlie McAvoy will sit as he reportedly is dealing with an upper-body injury. Chris Kreider draws in for Tkachuk while Jake Sanderson takes McAvoy’s spot. 

7:05 p.m.: Linus Ullmark was supposed to get the nod in goal for Sweden, but he is feeling under the weather. As a result, Samuel Ersson gets his first action of the tournament. On the opposite side, Jake Oettinger gets the crease for the USA, as Mike Sullivan gives Conor Hellebuyck the night off. 

6:50 p.m.: This game will not impact the championship, as that matchup already is decided. It will be Canada and the USA in the final, with both teams guaranteed to finish as the top-two teams in the standings. 

United States 4 Nations Face-Off roster

# Player Position Team
12 Matt Boldy F Wild
81 Kyle Connor F Jets
9 Jack Eichel F Golden Knights
59 Jake Guentzel F Lightning
86 Jack Hughes F Devils
20 Chris Kreider F Rangers
21 Dylan Larkin F Red Wings
34 Auston Matthews F Maple Leafs
10 J.T. Miller F Rangers
29 Brock Nelson F Islanders
7 Brady Tkachuk F Senators
19 Matthew Tkachuk F Panthers
16 Vincent Trocheck F Rangers
14 Brock Faber D Wild
23 Adam Fox D Rangers
15 Noah Hanifin D Golden Knights
25 Charlie McAvoy D Bruins
85 Jake Sanderson D Senators
74 Jaccob Slavin D Hurricanes
8 Zach Werenski D Blue Jackets
37 Connor Hellebuyck G Jets
30 Jake Oettinger F Stars
1 Jeremy Swayman F Bruins

*= injury replacement for Quinn Hughes, Canucks

Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off roster

# Player Position Team
33 Viktor Arvidsson F Predators
63 Jesper Bratt D Devils
91 Leo Carlsson D Ducks
20 Joel Eriksson Ek F Wild
9 Filip Forsberg D Predators
10 Adrian Kempe F Kings
28 Elias Lindholm F Bruins
88 William Nylander F Maple Leafs
12 Gustav Nyquist F Predators
28 Elias Pettersson F Canucks
23 Lucas Raymond F Red Wings
67 Rickard Rakell* F Penguins
93 Mika Zibanejad F Rangers
4 Rasmus Andersson D Flames
25 Jonas Brodin D Wild
26 Rasmus Dahlin D Sabres
14 Mattias Ekholm D Oilers
42 Gustav Forsling D Panthers
77 Victor Hedman D Lightning
65 Erik Karlsson D Penguins
30 Samuel Ersson** G Flyers
32 Filip Gustavsson G Wild
35 Linus Ullmark G Senators

*= injury replacement for William Karlsson, Golden Knights
**= injury replacement for Jacob Markstrom, Devils

What channel is USA vs. Sweden?

  • TV channel: TNT, truTV
  • Live stream: Sling

Fans can watch USA vs. Sweden at the 4 Nations Face-Off on TNT or truTV on Monday, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m. ET.

For those without cable, Sling will have a live stream on its platform.

USA vs. Sweden start time

  • Date: Monday, Feb. 17
  • Time: 8 p.m. ET

Puck drop for USA vs. Sweden is at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, Feb. 17 at the TD Garden in Boston, Mass. 

USA vs. Sweden radio station

Fans can listen to USA vs. Sweden live on SiriusXM channel 91.

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4 Nations Face-Off schedule, scores

Wednesday, Feb. 12

Game
Canada 4, Sweden 3 (OT)

Thursday, Feb. 13

Game
USA 6, Finland 1

Saturday, Feb. 15

Game
Finland 4, Sweden 3 (OT)
USA 3, Canada 1

Monday, Feb. 17

Game Time (ET) TV channel
Canada 5, Finland 2 FINAL TNT, truTV, Sling
Sweden vs. USA 8 p.m. TNT, truTV, Sling

Thursday, Feb. 20

Game Time (ET) TV channel
Championship: USA vs. Canada  8 p.m. ESPN, Fubo, ESPN+

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